As of August 2024, forty-seven states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands offer early in-person voting to all voters (this includes states with all-mail elections). Three states—Alabama, Mississippi and New Hampshire—do not offer early in-person voting, though they may provide options for eligible absentee voters. Read more: https://bit.ly/4fS4uns
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About us
The National Conference of State Legislatures is a bipartisan organization that serves the legislators and staff of the nation's 50 states, its commonwealths and territories. NCSL provides research, technical assistance and opportunities for policymakers to exchange ideas on the most pressing state issues. NCSL is an effective and respected advocate for the interests of state governments before Congress and federal agencies.
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http://www.ncsl.org
External link for National Conference of State Legislatures
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Denver, CO
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1975
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- public policy, elections, redistricting, education, transportation, human services, energy, environment, legislatures, legislators, budget, taxes, criminal justice, health, immigration, state-tribal, telecommunications, insurance, and banking
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7700 E First Place
Denver, CO 80230, US
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Washington, DC 20001, US
Employees at National Conference of State Legislatures
Updates
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In this issue of #CapitoltoCapitol: NCSL submits Summer EBT Program comments, final rule on Head Start Program, food shortages in tribal programs and more. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Xm3jV9
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The U.S. federal minimum wage has been $7.25 per hour since 2009, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Since then, 30 states and four territories have increased their minimum wage—Washington, D.C., tops the list at $17.50 per hour—while 20 states and one territory still follow the federal law. Here is a look at the minimum wage in each state: https://bit.ly/3Mk07US
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In today’s NCSL This Week: Even in a presidential election year, if you care about public policy, look to the states; strategists Donna Brazile and Kellyanne Conway have thoughts on the election; and in a recent survey of civic knowledge, a third of respondents could not name all three branches of government. Also, 30 states and four territories have increased their minimum wages since 2009.
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In a letter to Secretary Vilsack, NCSL commends the USDA for its efforts to provide the option for states to support child nutrition through Summer EBT. To read the full comment letter, go to: https://bit.ly/47fBe6t
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Join NCSL as an intern this fall! Are you interested in gaining real-world experience in public policy? NCSL is seeking fall interns across a variety of programs and policy areas, including: ✅ Children and Families ✅ Education ✅ Financial Services, Technology, & Communications ✅ State-Federal Affairs - Washington, D.C. ✅ Women's Legislative Network ✅ Operations/Human Resources As an NCSL intern, you'll have the opportunity to develop valuable workplace skills while exploring a wide range of public policy issues. Key Responsibilities include: ➡️ Track and analyze state legislative bills ➡️ Conduct policy research ➡️ Respond to information requests ➡️ Assist with drafting research briefs and other policy publications ➡️ Support and maintain web resources ➡️ Collaborate with NCSL staff on various projects Hours & Compensation: Internship hours typically range from 15-25 hours per week during the school year. Depending on available funding, internships may be paid or unpaid, with a potential pay rate of up to $18.29 per hour on a bi-weekly basis. Apply Now! To learn more and submit your application, visit: https://bit.ly/476tOSL Deadline: Applications are due by Thursday, September 12, 2024. Late applications may be considered on a rolling basis.
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A panel discussion at the 2024 NCSL Legislative Summit covered ways to get veterans the help they need to stay out of jail and prison. Read more: https://bit.ly/3X5bK78
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While the presidential race is important, state legislative races often impact Americans’ lives more deeply. Here are three questions ahead of these all-important legislative contests in November. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3Azg0nH
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ICYMI | Three civics experts discussed civic education programs run by legislatures at NCSL’s 2024 Legislative Summit. Read more: https://bit.ly/3yDJNLs #NCSLsummit
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ICYMI | Legislative leaders from 18 states and Canada learned about challenges in the agriculture industry during a bipartisan meeting in early August. Read more: https://bit.ly/3AGMQTt #NCSLsummit
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